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Level 2
posted Jun 3, 2019 5:23:33 PM

Where in Turbotax Deluxe do I add donations to State Charitable Contributions from my Refund. Ex: Wildlife Fund, State Parks, Eldercare, Litter Control Enforcement, etc.?

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Level 2
Jun 3, 2019 5:23:35 PM

To find where to make a charitable donations to a State Fund or Program which will be deducted from your State Return amount follow these steps:

1. Click [State Taxes], then click [Continue]

2. Under the state you wish to make donations, Click [Edit]

3. In the section labeled: Other situations: Click [Edit]

4. Under the section Other situations/Voluntary Contributions: Click [Revisit]

5. Here you will find a form where you can fill out the amount of various Funds and Programs sponsered by your state.  Note: This amount will be deducted from your return, or increase what you owe.

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Level 2
Jun 3, 2019 5:23:35 PM

To find where to make a charitable donations to a State Fund or Program which will be deducted from your State Return amount follow these steps:

1. Click [State Taxes], then click [Continue]

2. Under the state you wish to make donations, Click [Edit]

3. In the section labeled: Other situations: Click [Edit]

4. Under the section Other situations/Voluntary Contributions: Click [Revisit]

5. Here you will find a form where you can fill out the amount of various Funds and Programs sponsered by your state.  Note: This amount will be deducted from your return, or increase what you owe.

Level 2
Jun 3, 2019 5:23:36 PM

Intuit should add to the search (direct search) responses for the keyword "Donations"a direct link to the any information and *the* page pointed to in the answer above.  A suggested subtitle:  Donations Voluntary Charitable Contributions State Funds and Programs